The latest Gunpla in my collection: the 1/100 Gundam Exia, which I picked up from Wasabi Toys’ booth at the 2nd Christmas Toys and Collectibles Fair, at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall.

Above is the box of the Exia.

Here’s the Exia without the seven swords yet – its about 80 percent completed.

Exia completed with its full arsenal.

Exia completed, with its GN sword drawn and ready.

Personally, the Exia was the most irritating to make among my High Grades, but not as tough or as many parts as Master Grades. I like its paneling and detail – it’s as good as a low-to-midranged Master Grade in detail and articulation. I didn’t like its leg style though – it looks too bulky to match the streamline upper torso area.

Generally I consider the Exia the best melee fighter among all the Gundams, and the 1/100 model does justice to this claim. I find the 1/100 Gundam Exia a well done and nice looking Gundam, at a good price.